Naukuchiatal Nainital
Naukuchiatal Lake as the name suggest it’s a nine-cornered Lake. This lake is 175 feet deep and situated at an elevation of 1,220 metres above sea level. This lake is having a length of 983 metres, breadth 693 metres and depth about 40.3 metres. It is the deepest lake in the greater Nainital area. Along with boating with children, you can also do many activities like mountain biking, fishing, parasailing. Naukuchiatal Lake can be visited at any time of the year, but the fun of visiting in summer and monsoon is different. This lake is situated at a distance of 2.2 km from Naukuchiatal.
This lake is never falling short of water, it is regularly filled by the underwater stream.
Mythology about Naukuchiatal Nainital
According to Hindu Mythology, this lake was created by Lord Brahma who performed penance here. There is a small lord Brahma temple in the village. According to locals if any devotee will perform the Parikarma of the lake, he or she will be blessed by Brahmaji.
Myth about this lake
There are some myths about this lake. Someone states that if someone can count all the nine corners of the lake at once with both feet on the ground, he/she will disappear and will attain Moksha or Nirvana instantly. It means that it is impossible to see all the nine corners of the lake at once by setting foot on the ground.
Things to do in Naukuchiatal Nainital
- Boating – The lake is 1 km long amidst lush greenery. This makes it an ideal and serene place to enjoy boating.
- Walk to Remember – The Naukuchiatal village is blessed with greenery, Kumaon hills and natural landscape. A walk in the village and around this lake will Please you and you always remember this place.
- Fishing
- Photoshoot – This place is rich in greenery, So you can click beautiful pictures here.
- Paragliding
- Yachting
- Paddling
- Parasailing
- Bird Watching – The lake is home to many local and migratory birds. If you are a bird lover then a visit to Naukuchiatal will not disappoint you.
Location of Naukuchiatal
The lake is situated in Naukuchiatal which is 4 km from Bhimtal, 26 km from Nainital and 320 km from Delhi.
Climate in Naukuchiatal Nainital
Best time to visit Naukuchiatal is between the months of March – June and September – November. The temperature remains comfortable for sightseeing.
Temperatures range in Summer: 11 C to 26 C
Winter: -2 C to 14 C.
Best time to visit Naukuchiatal Nainital
Naukuchiatal is a symbol of beauty and peace. The best time to visit here is considered to be from March to June and November to February. The city looks no less than a beautiful destination in winters during the months of November to February. At this time the surrounding environment is covered with white mist.
Summer –
For this tourism destination, Summers starts from March and lasts until June. Environment during this time is pleasant yet moderately hot which offers an imposing environment to the visitors. The temperature during these months rise up to 14°C to 30°C.
Winters –
During the winter months of October to February, the temperature in Naukuchiatal can drop as low as 5 °C to 0 °C. The weather remains extremely cold, but it is widely enjoyed by visitors to visit the lake and other sightseeing places around Naukuchiatal.
Monsoon –
The rainy months in Naukuchiatal between July and September offer a refreshing change to the entire destination. During the monsoon time, greenery of Naukuchiatal increases manifold, which makes this area extremely beautiful. Although Naukuchiatal experiences light rains, it may not be the best time to visit as sightseeing can be difficult.
How To Reach
By Road:- Several private and government buses are available from ISBT Dehradun and ISBT Anand Vihar Delhi to Nainital, Haldwani and Kathgodam. Both AC and Non AC buses are available from Delhi to Nainital.
By Train:- Kathgodam Railway station is the nearest railway station which is 44km away from Naukuchiatal. There is an abundance of bus and taxi service from the railway station to the Naukuchiatal.
By Air:- Pantnagar Airport is the nearest airport to the Naukuchiatal. It is about 74 km from Naukuchiatal. This place is well connected by road. You can hire a private or shared taxi from the airport which will take around 2 to 3 hours to reach the Naukuchiatal.
Near By Attractions
- Mall Road, Nainital which offers a splendid view of the Naini lake.
- Hanuman Temple – Hanuman Garhi Nainital is a famous Hindu temple situated at an altitude of 1951 meters above sea level, near the Mall Road of Nainital. The temple is about 3.5 km from Tallital Mall Road which is well connected by road.
- Naina Devi Temple – The temple is one of the 51 shaktipeeths in the country and holds a great mythological significance. The temple welcomes thousands of devotees every year and a special festival is organized during Nanda Ashtami which falls in the month of August-September.
- Eco Cave Gardens – The caves are formed in the shape of animals depicting the natural habitat of the wildlife in the Kumaon region.
- Tiffin Top – Tiffin Top, Nainital also known as Dorothy’s Seat, is a romantic gem in the city of Nainital. This hilltop is a famous attraction in Nainital which offers the most spectacular 360-degree view of Nainital city and the surrounding Kumaon hills.
- Sattal Lake – Sattal is a group of 7 freshwater lakes in the lower Himalayan region. This place is near Bhimtal which is a popular town in the Nainital district.
- Snow View Point – Snow View Point has located just 2 km from the Nainital city center. Snow View Point is your destination if you want to see the snow-capped mountain peaks rising from the clouds, offering different shades of sunlight and a mirror-like sheen from afar.
- Bhim Taal – Bhimtal lake is situated at an altitude of 1370 meters above sea level. Even older than Nainital city, This place is named after the legendary character Bhima of Mahabharata.
- Rani Khet – Ranikhet is popular for its views of Nanda Devi peak, trekking range, hill climbing, golf course, gardens, and temples.
- Mukteshwar – You will get a beautiful view of the Himalayas from the temple.
- Haldwani – Haldwani is located in Nainital district of Kumaon region of Uttarakhand state at an average elevation of 425 meters above sea level. Haldwani is situated at the foothills of the Himalayas in the Bhabhar region of the Indo-Gangetic plains. Haldwani is popularly known as the ‘Gateway to Kumaon’, sharing its twin township with Kathgodam.
- Almora – Almora is known for its panoramic views of the Himalayas, cultural heritage, wildlife, handicrafts and cuisine. It is situated at an altitude of 5,400 ft above sea level and is spread over a 5 km ridge atop the Kashaya hill. It is surrounded by Pithoragarh in the east, Garhwal in the west, Bageshwar in the north and Nainital in the south.
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